Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 72.9%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 71.4%
- Retention Rate
- 81.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $67,918
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $27,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 10:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 78.3%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $286/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $51,392 | $27,000 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $51,273 | |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $46,087 | $27,000 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor | $41,286 | $26,000 |
| History. | Bachelor | $38,289 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $35,954 | $27,000 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor | $32,925 | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor | $28,055 | $27,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Washington & Jefferson graduates earn a median of $67,918 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 40% with typical debt loads of $27,000. Monthly loan payments of $286 consume about 5% of graduates' income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The college's strong liberal arts foundation and debate program tradition prepare students for careers in law, business, and education. With a 95.1% employment rate and alumni networks in professional fields, graduates typically secure stable positions. The pre-professional programs, particularly pre-law and pre-med tracks, show solid placement rates into graduate schools. This represents a strong return on investment for a small liberal arts education.